How to Make a Multi Strand Bracelet

Memory wire style

Assemble the items needed to complete this project. They are listed below under "Things You'll Need".

Measure the amount of strands or layers you want by wrapping it around your wrist to find the appropriate length. At least three is needed for a multi-strand bracelet and you can add as many more layers as seems comfortable. As with all good things, don't overdo it. Mark the length with a marker.Watermark wikiHow to Make a Multi Strand Bracelet Remove the memory wire from your wrist.Watermark wikiHow to Make a Multi Strand Bracelet Cut the memory wire using the wire cutters.Watermark wikiHow to Make a Multi Strand Bracelet

Shape one end of the memory wire into a loop, using pliers. This prevents the beads from slipping off the end when threading.

Thread the seed beads onto the wire. How you arrange the beads is entirely up to your creativity. Work out a design or pattern on a jewelry board before commencing. Some suggestions include: All one shape and color of beads, for example, all turquoise beadsWatermark wikiHow to Make a Multi Strand Bracelet All one shape, but pairs or trios of different colorsWatermark wikiHow to Make a Multi Strand Bracelet Different shapes of beads and styles, including faceted crystal or glass beads, rondels, spacers, etc. arranged into a neat pattern Randomly assorted seed, bugle, glass and other beads; whatever you pick up each time from your collection of beads!

Once all the beads are in place, finish off the bracelet. Using the pliers, create another loop at the end of the bracelet. For an added feature, consider hanging a special bead from the loop using a head pin threaded through the loop.Watermark wikiHow to Make a Multi Strand Bracelet

Stretch style

Assemble the items needed to complete this project. They are listed below under "Things You'll Need".

Thread each strand of beading elastic through one of the spacer holes until all of the strands are threaded through. Even up the spacer so that it sits center of all the strands, with equal lengths of strands each side.

Begin adding the bugle beads. Start from the top strand and thread on the bugle beads. Keep threading on for about 3"/7.5 centimeter (3.0 in) of the strands' length each side of the spacer. When completed, tape the end of the strand to keep the beads in place.

Repeat with the remaining plastic strands, working down to the bottom strand.

Check the fit around your wrist. Do this by holding the taped ends and encircling your wrist. Make any adjustments needed (either subtracting or adding more beads).

Remove the tape from the ends of the strands. Lay the bracelet down, with the first spacer facing downward. Thread the strands (from top strand to bottom strand) through the second spacer. To tie off, bring together both ends of the threaded strand and tie into a single square knot. Repeat for each strand. At this stage, the bracelet should now have spaces between each strand.

Trim off any elastic outside of the knot. To secure the knot, add a dash of glue to each knot and allow to dry.

Wear the bracelet. It's now ready for wearing or giving as a gift.